Materials
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University develops new plastic biomaterials for medical implants
The new material can be made using standard chemistry techniques and offers a stable, long-lasting option, with mechanical properties that can be tuned for different end products. Read more
Biesterfeld and Solvay are expanding their long-term partnership
The new agreement applies to large parts of Europe including the Nordic region and the UK, as well as some neighbouring countries in Africa and the Middle East. Read more
Dropstop uses Biomaster to develop antimicrobial face mask
This mask is designed to interrupt the flow of aerosolised droplets both to and from the wearer and is ideal for public transport users, office staff, care workers, retail staff, transport and delivery workers. Read more
Faerch first to market new 100 per cent recycled yogurt pot range for Yeo Valley brand
Yeo Valley will be the first UK Dairy to offer a new sustainable product range. Read more
Mainetti and Summit Systems partner to manufacture recyclable desk shields
This new shield can be assembled in seconds, without the use of additional tools, and acts as an effective barrier between people, preventing the spread of germs. Read more
PF Concept launches new antimicrobial collection with Biomaster
The company has launched a new range of Biomaster protected products including an antimicrobial version of their best-selling classic Americano mug. Read more
Arla develops a more sustainable packaging for its skyr buckets
One of Arla’s most popular products, skyr, will now be sold with a new and more sustainable packaging. Read more
Covestro launches 50 per cent plant-based polycarbonate film
New Makrofol EC is the first partially bio-based film in the company’s product portfolio. Read more
Innovia develops new range of highly functional recyclable BOPP films
Manufactured from renewable non-food based raw materials, the range will help to reduce the use of fossil based virgin raw materials. Read more
UPM Raflatac uses Dow to expand Forest Film product range
The new range includes the industry’s first wood-based polyethylene label film. Read more
Robinson Packaging produces herb and spice pots now made with 30% recycled material
The jar has a range of closures, including a 38mm twin flip, aluminium cap or a grinder, all made from 100% RPET and are 100% recyclable. Read more
David Jenner
Colourmaster NIP launch new market for BioSphere additives
Although BioSphere has been mainly targeted at single use plastics, it is also well suited to many multiple use products as it does not affect the shelf life of a product nor its characteristics in normal use. Read more
